Can Adam Albayrak

Prof. Can Adam Albayrak is a Professor of Business Information Systems at the Department of Automation and Computer Science, Harz University of Applied Sciences. He holds a doctorate in Natural Sciences from RWTH Aachen University and has extensive industry experience, including roles at Deutsche Post and DHL. His research focuses on IT management, IT controlling, strategic IT planning, and organizational design. He is a key contributor to frameworks like StratIT and actively participates in academic committees, including the German Informatics Society’s (GI) executive committee for IT Controlling. He teaches IT management and business informatics, emphasizing practical application through industry collaboration. His work bridges academic research and industry needs, addressing challenges in digital transformation, agile methodologies, and SME IT strategies.

• Education: Doctorate in Natural Sciences (RWTH Aachen), Computer Science degree
• Professional Experience: Over 25 years in IT strategy roles, including leadership at Deutsche Post and academic roles since 2006
• Committees: Member of GI’s Strategic Information Management and Business Informatics working groups

His research spans IT governance, agile practices, ethical digitization, and KMU preparedness. He is the author of numerous publications and a sought-after advisor on IT strategy and digital transformation.